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IELTS Writing Samples Band 5.5

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Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attension to it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

People generally believe that advertisements are a powerful was to attract people to buy products. Some others disagree and think that we rarely care for them anymore.

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Many criminals re-offend after they have been punished. Why do some people continue to commit crimes after they have been punished, and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem?

It has been seen that most of the crimes occurring around are being done by repeat offenders. The main reason behind this is that prisons are not seen as rehabilitation centers but just for mere incarceration. Also, the second factor would be that they get to connect with fellow criminal minds or in other words, get badly influenced by offenders. To tackle this, a reformation system should be utilized to rehabilitate these people. The following paragraphs will discuss it in detail.

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Some countries with long average working hours are more economically successful than their countries which do not have a long working time. To what extent do you agree?

Working extra hours than the average is deemed by some people to be the reason why some countries is economically prosperous than the countries with shorter working hours, I strongly disagree with this view, this because to be successful in any field quality is more important than longer working hours.

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It is important for people to take risks both in their professional lives and their personal lives. Do you think the advantages of taking risks outweighs disadvantages?

Nowadays, taking liability is part of decisions in life. Furthermore, the consequences of these decisions compound the public achievement or failure. Advantages and disadvantages have been displayed in all the opportunities offered depending on the perspective they are seen. In addition, liabilities prevent future regrets and not staying in a comfort zone are strategies when it comes to the decision-making action.

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Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

The environment faces numerous challenges today, and opinions vary on which is the most critical. Some believe that the primary issue is the loss of specific species of flora and fauna , while others argue that broader environmental problems are more pressing. This essay will discuss both perspectives and offer my own opinion.

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As society changes, more and more people do not want to stay in one career or job. Many people change their careers and jobs. What is the cause of this phenomenon? Can you give some suggestions to solve this problem?

The technological advancement provides us with a broad type of career opportunities. As societal paradigm shifts, people prefer not to stay only in one particular job throughout their entire career. This essay will examine the cause of this problem and provide suggestions on how to address it.

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In some cultures, children are often told that they can achieve anything if they try hard enough. What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

It is true that in certain countries, children are educated by parents or guardians that they can get anything they want in life if they work hard enough. While I understand that this phenomenon can bring about some beneficial impacts, its negative implications are undeniable.

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International travel is becoming cheaper, and more and more countries open their door and with more and more tourists. Do the advantages of increased tourism outweigh its disadvantages?

These days, the number of travellers is increasing for some reason some international trips have low costs, and more countries accept tourists more than past. while there are some drawbacks of international travel, I still believe that these cannot overshadow the benefits.

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it is more important for school children to learn about their local history than the world history. Do you agree or disagree?

In this day and age, history has been a subject among most schools worldwide. There is a heated controversy about whether students’ national history weighs more than global history or not. From my perspective, I do not support any of them, putting forward that these two types of history are of equal significance.

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Demand for food is increasing worldwide. What is the cause of this? What measures can the international community take to meet this demand?

With the increase of humans comes an accompanying surge in global food consumption acquire. In this hotspot, today's society regarding the unresolved problem as well as happening in reality, will discuss the causes for each nation along with the solutions to solve this pressing issue.

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Technological development in earlier times brought more changes to the life of ordinary people then recent technological development have brought? Do you agree or disagree

These days, technology has been developing too much, and this trend won't be stopped, but will be evolving faster than today, and affecting enormously. However, some people believe that technology in past had more alternatives for real people than now. However, I take issue with this idea, for currently, we cannot live without this equipment conversely past living; furthermore, these devices are regular tools, so we cannot sense.

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In the past, when students did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have more opportunity to study abroad. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?

Several years ago, there were some students who tended to study in their native countries and did a university degree there. However, many years later they have the majority of opportunities to study in other nations.

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the older generations tend to have very traditional ideas about how people should live, think, and behave. However, some people believe that these ideas are not helpful in preparing young generations for more lives. To what extent do you agree with disagreements this view.

It is true that many other people believe in traditional values that often same incompatible business of younger people. Well, I agree that some traditional ideas are outdated, I believe that others are still useful and should not be forgotten.

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Some people believe that the government is wasting money on the arts and that this money should be invested better in other areas. To what extent do you agree with this view?

In today's world, the debate surrounding arts has become the central topic of public discourse. Some strongly support the idea that the government should invest money in areas other than arts, a notion I find myself inclined to agree with.

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Buying things on the Internet, such as books, air tickets and groceries, is becoming more and more popular. Do the advantages of shopping in this way outweigh the disadvantages?

Purchasing items, for example, books, air tickets, and groceries online is becoming common in society. Although, it may lack delivery on time, I believe, it brings more positive impacts on people's lives because of the convenience and variety of types of a certain products.

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In the modern world, people are no longer necessary to use food from animals or products from animals such as medicine and clothing. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In the contemporary world, animals play a very significant role in human life. Most people believe that there should not be any need to depend on animals for everyday necessities such as food or products and medicine. I strongly agree with the notion. This essay will discuss the same in detail along with relevant examples and a logical conclusion.

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Some people think that children should begin their formal education at a very early age and should spend most of their time on school studies. Others believe that young children should spend most of their time playing. Compare these two views. Which view do you agree with? Why?

There is a contentious debate about whether children ought to spend an enormous amount of time playing or studying academics which requires them to join schools as early as possible. Although commencing study at an early age reaps the benefit of building a strong base in studies, I concur that children should spend most of their time playing for their holistic development.

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Some people spend a lot of money attending cultural or sports events. Is it a good thing or bad thing? Give your opinion and examples from your own experience

. A significant number of individuals invest in sports and culture. However, recent research has shown that spectaculars of sports play an absolutely critical role in the rise of finances in societies, and communities almost have many difficulties, overwhelmingly detrimental impact on all sides of societies. I am a strong advocate of this approach, and the benefits of it will be covered in this essay.

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Some children spend hours every day on their smartphones. Why is this the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

The constantly increasing number of hours the young generation spends in front of a smartphone has become a hotly debated topic nowadays. There are both positive and negative aspects associated with this development.

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In some areas of the US, a ‘curfew’ is imposed. In which teenagers are not allowed to be out of doors after a particular time at night unless they are accompanied by an adult. What is your opinion ?

In some places of the US, there is a limitation that teenagers have no right to be out of the house after a specific time at night if an adult is not with them. I think this law is created for young safety and could be a good structure until they grow up.

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